Silksong to Launch on Original Switch as Planned

Fans of Hollow Knight: Silksong can breathe a sigh of relief as developer Team Cherry has confirmed that the eagerly awaited game will indeed be released on the original Nintendo Switch, in addition to the upcoming Switch 2. This news comes after the game made a brief appearance during the Nintendo Direct for Switch 2 on April 2, sparking speculation that it might skip the current-gen console.

Silksong Developer Reaffirms Release For Switch 1

Originally announced in 2019 for PC and the original Nintendo Switch, Silksong later expanded its platform reach to include PlayStation and Xbox consoles. However, the recent Nintendo Direct for Switch 2 led to concerns among fans that the game might bypass the current generation. Addressing these concerns, Team Cherry's Marketing and PR Handler, Matthew Griffin, took to Twitter (X) on April 8 to clarify that Silksong will be available on both the original Switch and the Switch 2. While details on how these versions will differ remain under wraps, it's anticipated that the Switch 2 version will leverage the console's enhanced capabilities for a higher resolution experience.

New Silksong Images Revealed

Following the Nintendo Direct for Switch 2, new images of Silksong were showcased on Nintendo Japan's official website. Although these images depicted familiar locations from the 2019 reveal, keen-eyed fans spotted noticeable graphical enhancements. Despite Team Cherry's reticence on many details about the game, the brief showcase at the Switch 2 Direct and the release of these new images hint that a release date announcement could be imminent. Additionally, recent updates to Silksong's Steam Metadata have further fueled speculation and hope among fans for a 2025 release.

Hollow Knight: Silksong is slated to launch on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. With the Switch 2 Direct indicating a release sometime this year, fans are encouraged to stay tuned for the latest updates by checking out our dedicated article below!